Jordan Curet and I attended the 2014 Snowsports Industries America (SIA) Trade Show and On-Snow Demo Jan. 31-Feb. 3 and were able to scope out and test tons of next year's products. Here's a breakdown of the trends we...
Wax is temperature/ humidity specific, so you need a different wax for warm spring slush than you would for a cold powder day with temperatures below freezing.
A few factors when considering what wax to choose:
snow temperature
air temperature
air humidity
wind exposure
sun...
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In our little snowsports world one-piece suits, or onesies, are generally reserved for very specific functions: Closing Day at your local ski resort, retro ski costume parties, and downhill racing. If you're not a racer and happen to...
Whether adventure or action sports photography is your hobby or profession a lot of planning goes into getting the perfect shot, especially packing your camera backpack. Here are some tricks of the trade for staying organized and protecting your...
Jeremy Jones creates boards that he rides in the steepest and deepest terrain on Earth. The Jones Hovercraft Snowboard Women's is a work of art in the snowboard world. It is a uniquely shaped powder board with a light and snappy...
My goggle lens choice has always been the most crucial element of my winter kit.
If you are in the market, there is full spectrum of choices—from $65 basics to $500+ with built-in GPS. I will leave the discussion of...
ACL tears are a straight epidemic in a ski town. KneeBinding has recognized this and this small company hailing from Vermont is working to do something about it. This is something I have deep respect and appreciation for. I live...
There are two types of helmets in the snow world: single- and multi-impact. The type of helmet you chose determines how long you'd like it to last.
The first thing to be said about helmets is never leave home without...
